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Wednesday, March 09, 2011
Redshirt junior guard Brandon Wood (Kokomo, Ind./Kokomo [Highland C.C./Southern Illinois]) continues to rake in honors for his 2010-2011 campaign, as he was named Wednesday to the National Association of Basketball Coaches (NABC) All-District 12 First Team.
Wood, who was also a First Team All-League and an All-Tournament Team honoree within the Horizon League, led the Crusaders in scoring this year at 17.0 ppg, a mark which ranks third in the league. He has scored 545 points on the season, giving him 1,110 career points through his first two years, a Valpo program record through two seasons. This season, he scored 20 or more points on 12 occasions, including six of Valpo's final eight games, and hit 30+ points three times.
But the junior has done more than just score for the Crusaders this season. Wood averages 4.4 rebounds, 3.2 assists and 1.7 steals per game as well, leading Valpo in the latter two categories. The junior ranks second in the league in thefts and eighth in assists, and is one of just two players in the Horizon League to sit among the top-eight in scoring, assists and steals. In addition, Wood's 54 steals this year already has him in sixth place on the Crusader single-season charts.
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Loyd Selected for NCAA Leadership Conference
Wednesday, April 11, 2007Valparaiso's Jarryd Loyd (Lincolnwood, Ill./Niles West) has been selected to attend the 2007 NCAA Leadership Conference May 27-31 at Disney's Coronado Springs Report in Lake Buena Vista, Fla.
This is a wonderful honor for Jarryd," said Crusader men's basketball head coach Homer Drew. It is a testament to his leadership ability, which he has demonstrated through his work as a team captain this year as well as the initiative he shows with ideas such as Unity Fest this past fall."
Loyd, a junior men's basketball player, is a finance major. He was chosen from among 1,308 nominations from 330 institutions. A total of 356 student-athletes were chosen to participate in the conference.
It's quite a compliment for Jarryd to be in this select group," said Drew. It is our hope that he learns even more in the way of leadership from this conference and that he returns to campus with ideas to help enhance our athletic programs."
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Were lives wasted when the Indefatigable sank?
On 31 May 1916 the largest naval battle of the First World War took place off the coast of Jutland in Denmark. Over 6,000 British sailors lost their lives.
These high losses were partly due to the unexpected sinking of three large battleships which were designed to take heavy hits without sinking. At the time the sailors who died were heralded as gallant comrades who died gloriously in battle. However, some historians believe that most of these sailors died because people made careless mistakes.
- What is the sailor's full name?
- What was his date and place of birth?
- What job did the sailor do before joining the Navy?
- When did he join the Navy?
- How old was he when he joined up?
- How many ships did he serve on?
- What ship did he die on and when?
- Does the service record give any information on why HMS Indefatigable sank?
1. Look at Source 1. First, find out the following information from the service record of a sailor involved in the battle:
Transcript of WWI Navy Service Record for John Ackrill (ADM 188/464) (19.50 Kb)
- How according to the telegram was the Indefatigable sunk?
- Was the Indefatigable the only ship to be sunk by this means?
- What is the ship's Magazine? (Hint: It is not a publication!)
2. Look at Source 2. This is a telegram reporting on the sinking of the Indefatigable.
- Is any reason for the 'severe losses' given in this statement?
- What does the Navy think of the men who died?
- Is there any sign of the Navy being concerned at the reasons for the losses of these ships?
3. Look at Source 3. This is a public statement made by the Navy on the loss of the Indefatigable.
- What 'deduction' was made about why the Indefatigable exploded?
- Charges are explosives. What was wrong with the way the charges were carried to the guns?
- What other factor contributed to the explosion?
- Was the death of Joseph John Ackrill and countless others on the Indefatigable:
- glorious?
- an unnecessary loss?
- Explain your answer.
- Write a newspaper report based on one of the following headlines.
- The sinking of the Indefatigable: A glorious and noble sacrifice for the defence of King and country
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Description: CORAL GABLES. Lima's award-winning restaurant now has an outpost in Miami, and it's every bit as good. Expect some wizardry from the kitchen because the chef-owner is Peruvian-Italian, and his native, seafood-based cuisine borrows heavily from Peru's Japanese population. Showcased are dishes like octopus stew with white-bean risotto, and red snapper with sea scallops and oyster sauce. Also tempting are tiraditos (a Peruvian version of sashimi), a selection of traditional ceviches, fresh seafood pastas and an unbeatable parihuela a classic Peruvian bouillabaisse.
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Description: WEST MIAMI. While the atmosphere may not be anything to write home about, a visit to this Peruvian hole-in-the-wall won't disappoint. Imbued with the flavors of cilantro, onion, lime, garlic and perhaps a kick of chili or curry, the kitchen's bounty, not surprisingly, consists primarily of seafood. The ceviche, composed of octopus, shrimp, squid, and corvine, is a popular appetizer pick, and if you want to steal the show, order the whole fried snapper for your main course.
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About ISWS
The primary objective of the AIChE Water Initiative is to tackle critical water related issues by presenting and improving potential solutions, optimizing water use while minimizing pollution, collaborating to raise awareness, and sharing knowledge globally.
Water Education & Resources
Learn more about water through a collection of webinars, workshops, articles, the ISWS water glossary, and a curated list of resources.
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(30 Campus Road)
Annandale-on-Hudson, NY 12504-5000
The Study Abroad Process
Where to Begin
Students planning to study abroad should begin the process of researching programs their sophomore year. The following steps should be taken:
Ensure you meet the eligibility requirements
outlined below.
Contact study abroad adviser
Trish Fleming at email@example.com or 845-758-7080 to schedule an advising appointment.
Research study abroad options
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or by visiting the study abroad library located in the Ottaway Gatehouse (the white hexagonal building at the corner of Annandale Road and Blithewood Avenue). Program materials there are available for students to take.
Discuss your study abroad plans
with your academic advisers, foreign language faculty (if applicable), and/or members of your moderation boards. Advisers' approval will be necessary (see Application and Approval below).
Students must maintain a GPA of 3.0 or higher and must have successfully moderated in order to be eligible to study abroad.
Transfer students:
at least half of your total credits must be earned in Annandale in order to earn a Bard College degree (which might affect your ability to spend a full semester abroad). Check with the Registrar to determine your status.
Application and Approval
In order to receive Bard approval to study abroad, students must meet with the study abroad adviser and complete the petition to study abroad.
Students must also complete an essay explaining how the program fits with their academic goals, as well as provide a list of courses that will be taken abroad. The petition must be approved by the student's academic adviser and language faculty (if there is a language component to the program) before submission to the study abroad adviser.
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Credit Transfer
Students will receive credit for study abroad programs only if they have received prior approval on their petition to study abroad.
The exact number of credits a student is awarded can vary according to the credit system of the institution where the student studies abroad. Bard students automatically receive credit for work completed abroad on Bard programs. Bard students who study on programs sponsored by other institutions should consult the Registrar prior to departure to determine the number of credits that Bard will award for each course. Students should also check with the Registrar to see if classes taken abroad will fulfill their distribution and program requirements.
Upon their return to Bard, students should be prepared to provide copies of all course work, syllabi, and letters from their instructors describing the nature and quality of their work. Students should bear in mind that Bard only awards credit for academic courses. It does not award credit for experiential or pre-professional learning. Bard will only transfer credit for courses in which students have received a grade of C or better. Bard does not accept credit for courses taken on a pass/fail basis from non-Bard programs.
Transcripts should be sent directly from the sponsoring institution to:
Office of the Registrar
Bard College
PO Box 5000, 30 Campus Road
Annandale-on-Hudson, NY 12504
Financial Aid
Bard financial assistance only transfers to Bard students participating in one of the Bard programs or exchanges.
Students should consult with the
Office of Financial Aid
to determine the exact terms and conditions of assistance.
Students participating in a study abroad program through another U.S. or foreign institution will not receive any Bard-based aid. However, state and federal funding, such as TAP, Pell, Perkins and Stafford Loans, may be transferable. Students should visit the Office of Financial Aid to determine eligibility. Students should also inquire directly with the sponsoring institution about the availability of aid.
Click here for more information on study abroad scholarships.
Senior Project
In preparing for the senior project, Bard students are encouraged to draw on their experiences abroad.
Depending on the student's program and the form that their senior project will take, students may choose to conduct research abroad to be used toward the senior project. The senior project is an excellent opportunity for students to put into practice what they have learned while abroad.
Before You Leave: Contacting Bard
The following Bard administrative offices should be consulted prior to studying abroad.
Residence Life
Inform the Residence Life Office that you will be away from campus, and, if appropriate, make arrangements for on-campus housing upon your return. During the spring semester, students can name a proxy to represent them in the room draw.
Consult with the registrar to determine the number of credits that will transfer from your classes taken abroad.
Financial Aid
Consult with the Financial Aid Office to determine what loans and aid are transferable and to complete any necessary forms. If you are away in the spring, get a Renewal Financial Aid Application and submit it before the deadline so as to not jeopardize your chances for aid upon return.
Student Accounts
Make sure all outstanding balances are paid and clear all registration holds.
Campus Mail
Arrange to have your mail forwarded while you are away.
International Student Adviser
If you are an international student, consult with the International Student Adviser to ensure that your visa is in order.
Before You Leave: International Travel
Please consult this list of documents and topics to consider prior to traveling internationally.
Make sure you have a passport that is valid for at least six months after the end of your program. Carry a copy of your passport and create a scanned copy electronically. Carry extra passport-sized photographs with you, just in case.
Consult the relevant country consulate for information about obtaining a visa, or follow instructions from your study abroad provider. Carry a copy of your visa.
Consult the U.S. Centers for Disease Control website www.cdc.gov and review the health concerns in the country you will be visiting. Ensure that you have all the necessary shots and inoculations. Take a copy of your immunization record card. Schedule medical, dental, and eye exams before you go. Ensure you have sufficient amounts of all medications and prescriptions. If you wear glasses or contacts, consider bringing an extra pair.
Plan a budget, including an emergency budget of at least $250. Research opportunities for exchanging money so that you have some local currency upon arrival. Inform your bank and credit cards of your plans for international travel, and make copies of all credit cards. Research ATM accessibility in the country you will be visiting.
Research safety and security issues and ensure that you are covered under travel or international insurance. Carry your insurance card with you, and keep copies.
Voting Arrange for absentee voting in any election that may occur before you return.
Returning to Bard
Before returning to Bard, students should consider the following:
Registering for Courses
Students can name a proxy to register in their place during the preregistration period while they are still abroad. Students should contact the registrar, Peter Gadsby, to provide the name of the proxy.
Students should inform the Office of Residential Life about their intended return date and to name a proxy to represent them in the room draw.
Evaluation of Program
Students should visit the study abroad adviser to share their evaluation of their study abroad program. Bard relies on students' insights in assessing the programs that we approve.
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Fernando Torres struck twice in an impressive away win last night - the sign, he says, of an improving side.
The Spaniard celebrated his 100th Chelsea start with a goal in either half, opening the scoring with a close-range header and rattling the woodwork with another before converting a decisive second goal thanks to a swift Oscar breakaway, with Eden Hazard adding a late third for the Blues agains ta Schalke side that had seen much of the ball and exerted plenty of pressure.
'It wasn't easy. Sometimes the result doesn't reflect the reality,' Torres said afterwards. 'We still have to improve. The first half was 50/50 and we were lucky to score the first goal early.
'They had their chances but in the second half our individual quality made the difference. We got a couple of counter-attacks and could score two more goals to close the game.'
Successive Champions League away wins have put us top of Group E despite losing our first game against Basel. We entertain Schalke at Stamford Bridge in a fortnight.
'After a bad start we have had the last six points away and that's very important for us,' Torres said. 'We have to play Schalke again at home and we're not in a bad position now.
'As a team we are feeling much better after the pre-season and we are improving. Individually it is the same, the last few games I feel very sharp, very well.
'It's a young squad, with young players, a new manager and it takes time to settle. We are still improving but hopefully we can see the best Chelsea from now until the end of the season.
'We have three very good strikers and hopefully all of us can score goals. When I play I hope to score goals and when Samuel and Demba play they have to score as well, so this competition is very healthy.'
- A clip of Fernando Torres talking to Chelsea TV after the game can be viewed above with the full interview available now via the channel's online access.


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Gingerbread Birdhouse
Add this fun gingerbread birdhouse to your holiday decorations!
Courtesy of DecoArt®.
Material List
- DecoArt® Americana® Acrylic Paints – Cadmium Yellow, Cadmium Orange, Dark Chocolate, Lamp (Ebony) Black, Mink Tan, Milk Chocolate, Primary Red, Festive Green, Warm White and Cocoa
- DecoArt® Snow Writer
- DecoArt® Glamour Dust(TM) Glitter Paint – Ice Crystal
- DecoArt® Sealers/Finishes
- Multi-Purpose Sealer
- Wooden Bird House, 12" (or Desired Size)
- Paintbrushes – #10/0 Liner, #4 Round, #2 Flat and #4 Flat
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Project Instructions
Download pattern below and trace pattern templates onto stiff cardstock and cut out to use for pattern pieces throughout project.
Paint a base coat for birdhouse using Cocoa.
Using appropriate pattern piece, make shingles on roof starting from bottom edge all the way to top.
Using #4 flat brush, alternate colors of shingles with Milk Chocolate, Cocoa, and Mink Tan.
Using stylus, make Warm White dots on shingles.
Using pattern pieces, place each traced design onto birdhouse.
Mark off ¼" frame around door and paint Warm White. Paint door center Festive Green. Using Lamp Black, make checkerboard pattern around door, and outline on either side of frame. Use brush handle end to dot color lights around edge of door. When dry, dip dot Warm White highlight in each light.
Paint gingerbread boys Milk Chocolate. Highlight cookie center with Cocoa and paint Dark Chocolate shade line around edge. Using #10/0 liner brush and Warm White, make scalloped line of icing. Add buttons and bow tie of Primary Red. Using liner and Lamp Black, make smile and dot eyes. Dot Warm White highlights on each button.
Trace gumdrop shapes around birdhouse as desired. Paint gumdrops as desired. Highlight with small amount of Warm White mixed into each gumdrop color. Make line on one side of each and dot with Warm White.
Trace round windows. Paint a base coat Warm White. Using #4 round brush and Primary Red, paint heavy stripes in pattern.
Using liner and water-thinned Primary Red, paint fine lines of peppermint candy. Paint shadow on one side of each peppermint candy. Using liner brush and thinned Warm White, paint highlights on candy.
Trace shutters. Paint Cadmium Yellow; outline with Lamp Black. Make windowpanes using Warm White.
Trace scalloped icing edge along top of roof inside. Paint icing and birdhouse bottom Warm White.
Mark off ½" squares all around base. Paint every other square Lamp Black.
Using brush handle end, dot Warm White on bird house sides.
Apply sealer.
Glitter gumdrops and candies with Ice Crystal Glamour Dust™ glitter paint..
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Property taxes, business taxes, transient occupancy taxes, and fines.
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PALS provides adults with the tools to change their lives by giving them the reading, writing, and basic math skills needed to earn a living, stay healthy and improve our community.
Volunteer Reading Coaches work with English-speaking adults who want to improve their reading skills.
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Trainings are held approximately three times per year at different branch libraries. Please call the PALS office for more information or look below to see if the next one has been scheduled and posted.
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How do you go online to find a job if you're not an expert at going online? Try JobScout! JobScout is an online learning platform that is designed to teach someone the basic Internet skills they need to find a job, and then help them build their resume and run job searches. Sign up is free.Please click here to try out JobScout. and then share the link with others. JobScout is a project of the California State Library.
Formed in 1991, the Literacy Support Council of Placer County is a non-profit, volunteer run organization, whose sole purpose is to support the Placer Adult Literacy Service. Meetings are held 1 pm on the 4th Tuesday of the month in the community room of the library listed below. All meetings begin at 1:00 p.m. Boosters are always needed.... Come join us! The public is welcome.
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GLORIA-AF Registry Program (Phase I)
This study has been completed.
Boehringer Ingelheim
Information provided by (Responsible Party):
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ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier:
First received: August 25, 2011
Last updated: January 21, 2014
Last verified: January 2014
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Detailed Description:
This study constitutes Phase I of the Registry Program. The main objective of this study is to characterize the newly diagnosed non-valvular AF patient population at risk for stroke and the selection of antithrombotic treatment for stroke prevention in a real-world setting before dabigatran etexilate is approved for the prevention of strokes and systemic emboli in patients with non-valvular AF in different regions of the world.
Atrial Fibrillation
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|Time Perspective: Cross-Sectional
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|GLORIA-AF: Global Registry on Long-Term Oral Anti-thrombotic TReatment In PAtients With Atrial Fibrillation (Phase I)
Resource links provided by NLM:
Genetics Home Reference related topics: familial atrial fibrillation
MedlinePlus related topics: Atrial Fibrillation StrokeU.S. FDA Resources
Further study details as provided by Boehringer Ingelheim:
Primary Outcome Measures:
- CHADS2 Score [ Time Frame: Baseline ] [ Designated as safety issue: No ]CHADS2 score is based on a point system in which 2 points are assigned for a history of stroke or transient ischemic attack and 1 point each is assigned for age equal to or greater more than 75 years, hypertension, diabetes, or clinical heart failure or impaired left ventricular systolic function (generally interpreted as an ejection fraction ≤ 40%).
- CHA2DS2-VASc Score [ Time Frame: Baseline ] [ Designated as safety issue: No ]The CHA2DS2-VASc risk score is based on a point system in which 2 points are assigned for a history of stroke or TIA, or age ≥75; and 1 point each is assigned for age 65-74 years, a hypertension, diabetes, cardiac failure, vascular disease and female sex. On the basis of the risk strata defined in previous guidelines, a CHA2DS2-VASc score of 0 corresponds to "low risk", a score of 1 corresponds to "intermediate risk", and a score of 2 or more corresponds to "high risk".
- HAS-BLED Risk Score [ Time Frame: Baseline ] [ Designated as safety issue: No ]The HAS-BLED score is based on a point system in which 1 point is assigned for hypertension (systolic blood pressure >160 mmHg), 1 point for each of abnormal renal (presence of chronic dialysis or renal transplantation or serum creatinine ≥200 μmol/L) and liver (chronic hepatic disease or biochemical evidence of significant hepatic derangement) function, 1 point each is assigned for stroke, bleeding (previous bleeding history and/or predisposition to bleeding), labile Internation Normalized Ratios (INRs,unstable/high INRs or poor time in therapeutic range), age >65 years and 1 point each for drugs (such as antiplatelet agents, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs) or alcohol.
- Antithrombotic Treatment Choice at Baseline [ Time Frame: Baseline ] [ Designated as safety issue: No ]
- Gender [ Time Frame: Baseline ] [ Designated as safety issue: No ]
- Age Group [ Time Frame: Baseline ] [ Designated as safety issue: No ]
- Medical History [ Time Frame: Baseline ] [ Designated as safety issue: No ]
- Concomitant Medication [ Time Frame: Baseline ] [ Designated as safety issue: No ]
|Study Start Date:
|May 2011
|Study Completion Date:
|January 2013
|Primary Completion Date:
|January 2013 (Final data collection date for primary outcome measure)
Study Design:
|Ages Eligible for Study:
|18 Years and older
|Genders Eligible for Study:
|Accepts Healthy Volunteers:
|Sampling Method:
|Non-Probability Sample
Study Population
adult patients with non-valvular atrial fibrillation at risk for stroke
Inclusion criteria:
1) Patients newly diagnosed with non-valvular atrial fibrillation at risk for stroke.
Exclusion criteria:
- Presence of any mechanical heart valve, or valve disease that is expected to require valve replacement intervention;
- Patients who have received more than 60 days of oral anticoagulant treatment (vitamin K antagonist) (VKA) in their lifetime;
- Atrial fibrillation (AF) with a generally reversible cause;
- Patients with a medical condition other than atrial fibrillation for which chronic use of an oral anticoagulant (VKAs) is indicated
Contacts and Locations
Please refer to this study by its ClinicalTrials.gov identifier: NCT01428765
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Sponsors and Collaborators
Boehringer Ingelheim
|Study Chair:
|Boehringer Ingelheim
|Boehringer Ingelheim
More Information
No publications provided
Additional relevant MeSH terms:
ClinicalTrials.gov processed this record on April 17, 2014
No publications provided
|Responsible Party:
|Boehringer Ingelheim
|ClinicalTrials.gov Identifier:
|NCT01428765 History of Changes
|Other Study ID Numbers:
|Study First Received:
|August 25, 2011
|Results First Received:
|January 21, 2014
|Last Updated:
|January 21, 2014
|Health Authority:
|China: Food and Drug Administration
Croatia: Agency for Medicinal Product and Medical Devices
Germany: Ethics Commission
Turkey: Ministry of Health
United Arab. Emirates:
Additional relevant MeSH terms:
Atrial Fibrillation
Arrhythmias, Cardiac
Heart Diseases
Cardiovascular Diseases
Pathologic Processes
ClinicalTrials.gov processed this record on April 17, 2014


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Video: World-Herald staff writer Casey Logan tries some of new food selections at the CWS.
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The lineup of food for this year's College World Series has been set.
On Wednesday, the Levy Restaurant Group, food provider for T.D. Ameritrade Park, unveiled four new concessions items making their CWS debuts this year.
The new contenders for your dinner dollars:
Midwestern Monster: Fans of exotic cheeseburgers and dishes comprised of meats-within-other-meats, look no further. The Midwestern Monster starts with two 6 oz. Angus burgers with pulled pork in between, topped with an ancho boursin cheese spread, siracha mayonnaise and tobacco (fried) onions. Price: $12.
Cheesy Hot Dog Smasher: The least expensive of the new menu items is this mash-up of a grilled cheese panini (sharp cheddar, swiss) and jumbo hot dog, with a sweet Belgian waffle breading. Price: $5.
Ribs and Tots: Braised short ribs will make an appearance in several dishes available during this year's College World Series. Here they collide with a helping of sweet potato tots, smothered in dark gravy and crispy onions. Price: $6.
Triple Play: Designated this year's "wow" item, the triple play lives up to its name as a rare feat indeed. Conveying the enormousness of its contents requires semicolons: three layers of grilled parmesan dough; a bottom layer of bratwurst melt with Thousand Island dressing; a middle layer of ancho short ribs, cheese curds and orange pimento sour cream; a top layer of sweet potato tots and fried onions; and dark gravy drizzled over it all. Serves seven to eight people. Price $18.
"Everything is fat-free," joked executive chef Dayanny De La Cruz during a tasting event Wednesday.
For De La Cruz and her team, creating elaborate alternatives to the traditional ballpark hot dog and pizza slice is quickly becoming a fun CWS tradition of its own.
"I think it's so cool you can go to a concession stand and say, 'Give me short ribs' for dinner or lunch," she said.
Also new to this year's concession menu: slices of gluten-free cheesecake ($5).
The Levy Restaurant Group also unveiled a variety of items that will be available only in the stadium's club lounge and suites, including an Omaha Steaks pork chop sandwich, a sausage sampler with meat from Omaha's own Stoysich House and a lemonade cake dessert.
The series runs June 14 through 26.
Contact the writer:
402-444-1056, email@example.com, twitter.com/kclogan


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PITTSBURGH—Pittsburgh police are investigating a 13-year-old boy's claims that a man offered him money to move furniture before trying to drag him into an abandoned house.
Police say Aisa Whitfield was walking home from neighboring Wilkinsburg when the man approached him at dusk on Wednesday and offered him $30 or $40 for help moving.
The boy says he walked toward the house, but became alarmed when the man grabbed him from behind and tried to pull him into a vacant home.
Whitfield says the man put his hand over the boy's mouth, but Whitfield says he was able to wiggle free and run away.
Police haven't identified a suspect.
Although Whitfield says the man told him he was going to be robbed, his mother, Nickcole Whitfield, fears her son could have been killed or molested.


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Electron Microscopy
Jack Griffith, PhD, Faculty Director
Alexander Makhor, PhD, Facility Supervisor
The Electron Microscopy facility offers services in EM, photography and image processing. Consultations in research problems regarding the use of electron microscopy and individual or group training in sample preparation are provided, where practical, by Facility personnel. Applications that require expertise in sample preparation at a level not practical to provide through training (for example, thin-sectioning, freeze-etching or EM immunohistochemistry of a small number of samples) are provided by the Facility director or laboratory supervisor. The decision as to whether Facility personnel prepare samples for a Cancer Center member or train him/her in methods of sample preparation and instrument usage is based upon the practical aspects of sample number, projected duration, cost, availability of personnel, etc. Every effort is made to expedite high-quality research at a minimal cost to the investigator. EM Core Facility personnel routinely provide consultations in general scientific photography, and image processing and computer-based slide-making procedures.
Room 125, UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center
Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Contact Information
Main Contact: Dr. Jack Griffith
Phone: 919-966-2151
Fax: 919-966-3015
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Neighborhoods: Midtown, Midtown Center
This is as luxe and grand dame as it gets in Manhattan department stores, but head to the 5th floor to unwind, where you can browse younger brands like Alexander Wang and Phillip Lim and shoes by Margiela. Housewares on 7 often has sales on beautiful crystal tumblers and prettily-scented candles.
I love this luxe, classy department store. I would say my fav is definitely the shoe salon. I can be there for hours trying on shoes and then trying to figure out which ones I am leaving home with lol. Great place all together.
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Don't shop at Bergdorf Goodman! In New York we have a huge amount of World Class Stores with Perfect service. I placed an order online and requested overnight delivery. First my order was lost, and representative told me that my address does not exist, but credit card was charged. Finally in one month I received my order (which was a gift and I didn't need it anymore). I brought all item back to the store. I thought it was just an accident. In few weeks I placed another order online. My order was canceled by the store. I called and talk to some very unpleasant representative, who told me that my address is fraudulent and they not going to ship any merchandise to that address. Surprised I ask for reason of " fraudulent address". And the reason was: Someone (store has name of the customers) was placing an order using my address. I don't think that a world class store can have such a disgusting service and unprofessional arrogant customer service. Much more pleasure to shop at Saks Fifth Avenue. Stay away from Bergdorf Goodman "World Class" Store!!!
what service? – surely the most overrated store on earth... I have yet to try on a pair of shoes from their ever-present sale shelves and have anybody 1) wait on me promptly or 2) be able to find its mate
even the signage in the elevator is spelled wrong (they can't afford a Webster's dictionary at these prices?) and that catalog is trapped like a bad issue of W magazine from the late 1990s
Eli in handbags is the BEST salesman ever! – Some of the salespeople are obnoxious and annoying but Eli in handbags on the first floor is one of the sweetest, most genuine and most knowledgeable (NOT pushy either) salespeople I have EVER worked with. This store also has the best shoe department in the city if you ask me - and they ALWAYS have sizes and great sales at the end of season. Coats are definitely lacking and 5th floor has a lot of useless salespeople but there's a girl named Zora who's very attentive.
New York's Best Place for High End Loot!!! – The greatest thing about this place is despite the high prices they treat their customers well and provide them with information on sales on a reular basis. I've got mailings from them that alerted me to some sales that saved me almost half of my luxury purchases! This is decadant but worth every extra penny. Live a little!
Bergdorf Goodman reinvents the department store... BG IS THE BEST IN THE WORLD! – Bergdorf Goodman is possibly the BEST department store in the world. Yes, it's expensive but they choose the best of the best from luxury high fashion to put in their store. The jewelry and watches will dazzle you. The handbags are incredible! They have the best ready-to-wear from Chanel, Prada, Miu Miu, Stella McCartney, etc... just to name a few! If those designers price tags (in the thousands$$) are too much for you- check out their famous 5th floor- legend for more afforable yet still super lux contemporary wear- think: $250 jeans, $300 dresses and great sales!!! ENJOY EVERYONE! This store is A+++
An old-school department store for the ladies who lunch and the women who aspire to be them. – The Scene
What this tall, slim store lacks in size, it makes up for in poshness and intricate presentation. Each floor sends you in circles where you do lap after lap, marveling at how people spend their dough. It's pricey and items are arranged with immaculate attention to detail: i.e., by color, texture and country of origin on the housewares floor.
The Goods
All the top luxury designers are here, each with their own little branded area. But what's more, Bergdorf has an incomparable fine jewelry selection, an antiques gallery, gourmet foods, personalized stationery and a name that means you've made it. Not to mention an optical shop, florist, fur salon, John Barrett Salon, Susan Ciminelli Day Spa and opulent store credit card awards. There's also a small, stunning eveningwear collection on the fourth floor.
expensive, but great selection – This department store really does have a great selection of top of the line clothing and really cute things and a wide variety of cosmetics and such, but it is just too expensive for my taste, but I definitely enjoy looking around.
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Horseradish Mustard Sauce
Makes about 2 cups
1/2 cup Creole mustard
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup sour cream
1/4 cup well-drained prepared horseradish
1/4 cup apple butter
2 tablespoons packed chopped fresh Parsley
1 tablespoon Chef Paul Prudhomme's Sweetie Magic�
1 teaspoon Chef Paul Prudhomme's Magic Seasoning Salt�
how to prepare
Mix all ingredients in a small bowl until well combined. Refrigerate covered until well chilled, about 3 to 4 hours, before serving.
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Ratings: 525 | Reviews: 141 | Show All Ratings:
Reviews by Rizalini:
3.54/5 rDev -4.8%
look: 3.75 | smell: 3.75 | taste: 3.5 | feel: 3.25 | overall: 3.5
Poured from a bomber bottle into my Stone goblet.
A - Pours a cola brown with a 1/2 finger of creamy brown head. It does fall rather quickly however.
S - The smell is dominated by the curry and coconut. I keep going back and sniffing, but I'm having a hard time identifying any other characteristics.
T/M - WOW, very different. The beginning of this taste experience is the slightly bitter lime, then comes the onslaught of curry and cayenne. The heat is a little intense for me, and the curry is very bold! Medium mouthfeel, good carbonation.
O - A very unique taste experience for sure. Personally, this one is a little too much for me, and I'm not a huge fan of it, but I'm judging this based on style and description.
Serving type: bottle
11-08-2013 03:17:57 | More by Rizalini
More User Reviews:
4.25/5 rDev +14.2%
04-21-2014 14:46:34 | More by vmdominguez
3.75/5 rDev +0.8%
04-21-2014 04:43:48 | More by bkeller04
3/5 rDev -19.4%
04-20-2014 04:52:52 | More by BubalooBrewMaster
3.04/5 rDev -18.3%
look: 3.75 | smell: 3 | taste: 3 | feel: 3 | overall: 3
22oz bottle into tulip.
A: Pours black with a huge dark chocolate brown head that faded into pretty much nothingness. A few spots of soapy lace was left down the glass.
S: Just after the pour this beer smells like an enticing combination of coconut and lime juice. After the head faded the curry and cumin pretty much dominate. The cayenne is noticeable too, and the lime and slight coconut are still present, but man that initial blast of coconut-lime got my hopes up.
T: Chocolaty flavors of the base stout pokes through the cumin, curry and pepper. Coconut is greasy and light, lime is juicy but even fainter. Slightly sweet finish. The pepper leaves a long lingering burn in my throat long after the swallow. Curry/cumin pretty much dominate, but the other flavors add some interesting complexity.
M: Fully body, low carbonation with a greasy and slick mouthfeel. Nice and hefty but I wish it had more carb to fluff the mouth up a bit.
O: A curry bomb. Drinkable but about halfway through I stopped liking it. They should tone back the curry and spice and turn up the lime and coconut.
Serving type: bottle
04-19-2014 02:57:56 | More by scottfrie
2.88/5 rDev -22.6%
look: 4 | smell: 4 | taste: 2 | feel: 3.75 | overall: 3
Whoa Nelly! I was intrigued by this beer, with the curry notes in the aroma, and the hint of coconut milk, and then I actually tasted it- like a plateful of curry- strong curry. So strongly flavored that the curry just dominates everything. I thought this might be pleasant with food, but really, it's so highly spiced that I can't see it complementing anything other than white rice. Now mind you, the flavors aren't bad, or artificial, just a bit too much. It's certainly interesting, and could actually be a very good beer if it were reined in a bit.
Serving type: bottle
04-18-2014 01:44:38 | More by Georgiabeer
New Jersey
3.25/5 rDev -12.6%
04-17-2014 23:37:27 | More by muskiesman
3.75/5 rDev +0.8%
04-17-2014 00:53:17 | More by lccrunchy
3/5 rDev -19.4%
04-14-2014 17:30:12 | More by DeanMoriarty
4/5 rDev +7.5%
04-14-2014 00:42:06 | More by crobinso
4.13/5 rDev +11%
look: 3.25 | smell: 4.25 | taste: 4.25 | feel: 4 | overall: 4
22 ounce bottle. Served in a Great Lakes Brewing goblet, the beer pours dark brown/black with an inch tan head that fizzled away pretty quickly. There isn't much lacing at all. The brew smells mostly like cumin, curry, and cayenne, along with a bit of coconut. The spices overpower pretty much everything else that's in the aroma. The spices are strong in the flavor of this beer too, but I can also taste some lime, chocolate, and vanilla. Mouthfeel/body is medium, it's coating and smooth with a low/moderate amount of carbonation. I liked this brew, too bad I only bought one bomber because if I had another one I'd probably drink it now! Recommended if you like spicier food/beer. $9.35 a bomber.
Serving type: bottle
04-12-2014 18:10:04 | More by bluejacket74
4.75/5 rDev +27.7%
04-12-2014 05:27:12 | More by JimmyAloysius
4/5 rDev +7.5%
04-12-2014 03:07:26 | More by mattsucks
4/5 rDev +7.5%
04-09-2014 16:51:35 | More by reizorc
2/5 rDev -46.2%
04-07-2014 16:25:44 | More by Martinecu
3.25/5 rDev -12.6%
04-06-2014 23:49:26 | More by JerseyHopHead
4.75/5 rDev +27.7%
04-03-2014 22:26:11 | More by josmickam
3.5/5 rDev -5.9%
04-02-2014 16:46:12 | More by Thanx4AllDaFish
4/5 rDev +7.5%
03-30-2014 18:40:45 | More by JimmyFlatRock
3.75/5 rDev +0.8%
03-30-2014 13:54:23 | More by ItsBeer4Me
New Jersey
4.13/5 rDev +11%
look: 4 | smell: 3.75 | taste: 4.5 | feel: 3.5 | overall: 4
Had this on tap at 3 Wise Monks.
Got a taste of this as it sounded crazy interesting. At first, it was so strange that I was a bit apprehensive and did not think I could drink an entire pint. But once I did I found myself going back for more. Smell is dominated by curry along with hints of chocolate and roasted barley. Taste is so unique, curry again, cocoa, a mild roasted coffee and some heat that does not overwhelm in the finish. The base beer does not drink at all like a foreign stout. It is smooth and slightly malty. So well balanced in flavors. Unfortunately, the coconut and kaffir leaf are almost non-existant. Still an awesome offering by ballast point!
Serving type: on-tap
03-28-2014 17:45:40 | More by Jbats
3.49/5 rDev -6.2%
look: 4 | smell: 3.75 | taste: 3.25 | feel: 3.75 | overall: 3.5
I bought this because of my previous experience with Ballast. Didn't read the label until I poured it and smelled the curry. Pours like a typical stout, with more of a foamy than creamy head. Leaves a cap and some lacing.
Smell is straight curry. In a good way. My first whiff reminded me of fresh pencil shavings, actually. Definitely some foreign style to this.
The flavors of the curry and earthiness of the cumin come out nicely, with some creamy coconut in the backend, but man is this spicy. I've had a few spicy beers and this one takes the cake. I much prefer my spice on the flavor profile, like what Chipotle gives you, Cayenne is just Cayenne. I'm not getting much lime.
Mouthfeel is on point for high ABV stout, but it's killed by the throat burn.
Overall a good beer, but the Stout just gets crushed by the spiciness.
Serving type: bottle
03-27-2014 19:28:51 | More by JCarey
District of Columbia
3.5/5 rDev -5.9%
03-25-2014 04:47:55 | More by brpendergast85
3.5/5 rDev -5.9%
03-22-2014 04:49:04 | More by oso
4.75/5 rDev +27.7%
03-18-2014 03:13:42 | More by jordanmckell
Indra Kunindra from Ballast Point Brewing Company
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The heat is on! There's nothing better on a hot, sticky summer day than a crisp, cool salad made with an assortment of fruits and vegetables from the backyard garden, local produce stand or farmers market. We've come a long way from the traditional "dinner salad" made with iceberg lettuce and topped with French dressing. Of course that is still a staple salad, but our creativity with the "salad" has certainly exploded, and the sky's the limit with what you may find in a salad these days. Mixing various greens, brightly colored-vegetables and fruits, lean meats, fish and cheese and topping it with a zingy vinaigrette is a perfect summer meal for me and for many when it's just too hot to cook.
Many people have become adventuresome with lettuce salads, but have you considered the "cousin" to the lettuce salad as another salad to experiment with? Cabbage is another popular, staple salad and it, too, lends itself well to a little jazzing up. Coleslaw also has a traditional recipe, so to speak - shredded cabbage, maybe a few shredded carrots for color and a creamy mayonnaise-based dressing to hold it together.
The word coleslaw comes from the Dutch term "koolsla," which is a shortening of "koolsalade," which means cabbage salad. Of course, cabbage is the main ingredient, but certainly many other kinds of vegetables and fruits can be shredded into the salad as well to add color and flavor and additional nutrients. Raw cabbage is an excellent source of vitamin C and provides folate, vitamin B6 and other phytonutrients. It is low in calories (about 25 calories in one cup) and a good source of fiber (about 2 grams of fiber per cup). You can boost the nutrient content of a salad made with shredded cabbage by slicing or shredding other ingredients into it, such as papaya, apples, mangoes, jicama, broccoli, cauliflower, green, red, orange or yellow peppers, etc. Really, whatever vegetable is ready to pick in your garden could probably be shredded and added to the cabbage.
Our traditional dressing is usually a mayonnaise-based one that provides a creamy texture. Substituting low-fat versions of mayo or sour cream, or using yogurt can help cut back on the fat content. And you can spice it up with mustards, horseradish or chilies for an extra zing.
If you're looking for a sweet/tart taste, vinaigrette dressings are a popular choice. They are lower in fat and add some zest to the salad. Adding small pieces of sweet fruits, like strawberries, raspberries and pineapple or dried fruits like dried cranberries or raisins can also add a nice touch to the salad. Top it off with some walnuts or almonds - yum!
If you're looking to avoid creamy and sweet, how about trying an Asian-inspired slaw? Ingredients like lime juice, soy sauce, sesame oil, sesame seeds or ginger can provide a new flavor to accompany traditional ingredients.
Now is a great time to experiment with new combinations of ingredients and dressings to accompany that head of cabbage in the refrigerator. High fiber salads with low calorie ingredients and vibrantly colored ingredients are the perfect way to spice up a meal on a hot summer day.
Cheryl Rude is a registered dietitian at Avera Marshall Regional Medical Center. You can also find nutrition tips on the blog she writes at www.averastorycenter.org.


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Art in the Stacks presents Bob Schaefer art exhibit Scenes from Martha's Vineyard during November at the Vineyard Haven library.
Drop-In Knitting group is from 9 to 11:30 a.m. at the Tisbury Senior Center, 34 Pine Tree Road in Vineyard Haven. Call 508-696-4205.
Sit & Get Fit exercise is from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the Tisbury Senior Center, 34 Pine Tree Road. Also on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Call 508-696-4205.
Printmaking with Nick Thayer is from 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. at Featherstone. Cost is $45. Call 508-693-1850 or visit featherstoneart.org.
Island Food Pantry is open from 2 to 4 p.m. at the United Methodist Church (the Stone Church) on Church street in Vineyard Haven.
Alex's Place Drop-In Hours are from 2:30 to 6 p.m. at the YMCA on Edgartown-Vineyard Haven Road. Visit alexsplace.net.
Fusion Drop-In Program for middle school students is from 3 to 5:30 p.m. at the YMCA. Monday through Thursday. Offers supervised activities, free time and homework time. Transportation provided.
Prenatal Yoga at 6:45 p.m. at the YMCA. Free for expectant mothers. Call 508-696-7171 or visit ymcamv.org.
Open Darkroom with David Welch is from 7 to 9 p.m. at Featherstone in Oak Bluffs. Cost is $10 per hour without assistance or $25 per hour with instruction.
Ghosts of Oak Bluffs walking tour begins at 8 p.m. at the Secret Garden on Circuit avenue. Cost is $10 for adults, $5 for children under 8. Call 774-563-0762 or 508-627-9445.


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Speech-Language Expert & Academic Leader to Begin July 1
BOSTON (March 31, 2009) — A noted expert in the field of speech-language pathology, Dr. Charlena M. Seymour recently was named provost and chief academic officer at Simmons College. Dr. Seymour will begin her tenure at Simmons July 1. The appointment was announced to the Simmons community last week by Simmons President Helen Drinan.
Dr. Seymour will oversee Simmons's academic deans and faculties, including the undergraduate women's college, the four coeducational graduate programs, and the MBA program designed for women. Dr. Seymour will manage the offices of student life, sponsored programs, registrar, and the Simmons Library. Additionally, she will coordinate the faculty promotion and tenure process.
"I am very excited and honored to be able to serve as provost of Simmons College," said Dr. Seymour. "I look forward to working with President Drinan, her leadership team, faculty, staff, and students."
Prior to her appointment at Simmons, Dr. Seymour was provost and senior vice chancellor for academic affairs at the University of Massachusetts, Amherst, a position she held since 2004. Dr. Seymour's academic career spans more than 30 years, including a substantial tenure at the University of Massachusetts where she has held positions such as professor, director of the Communications Disorders Clinic, chair of the Department of Communications Disorders, and dean of the graduate school.
Dr. Seymour has published extensively in many academic journals and is the co-editor of Introduction to Communication Disorders: A Multicultural Approach, which won the Will Solimene Award of Excellence in Medical Communication in 1998. A fellow of the American Speech-Language Hearing Association (ASHA), Dr. Seymour also served as president of ASHA in 1997 and received the organization's honors award in 2007. She has been appointed to many boards, including the Medical Knowledge Institute, the Community Foundation of Western Massachusetts, the Hello Friend/Ennis William Cosby Foundation, the Western Massachusetts Women's Foundation, and the Amherst Ballet Theatre Company.
Dr. Seymour earned a Ph.D and an M.A. in speech and hearing science from The Ohio State University, and a B.F.A. in theatre arts from Howard University.
Simmons College is a nationally recognized private university located in the heart of Boston. It offers an undergraduate education for women, and renowned coeducational graduate programs in health sciences, education, liberal arts, social work, library and information science, and communications management, as well as the nation's first MBA program designed specifically for women.
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Our Vision We embrace diversity at all levels of the firm and seek out the best individuals to join our team. Our unique culture is enhanced through diversity not only of race and gender, but by members of the LGBT community, generational differences, cultural differences and talented people of varying backgrounds and experiences. Alston & Bird recruits, hires, and promotes for all positions without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, handicap or veteran's status.
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Alston & Bird is committed to promoting diversity both within our firm and our community. We have worked and will continue to work to create and maintain an open, receptive and nurturing work environment and a diverse workforce of attorneys and staff. We accomplish this internally through various initiatives under the leadership of firm-wide Diversity Committees. Chaired by a partner, the Diversity Steering Committee provides overarching goals and guidance. Each office/region has a Regional Diversity Committee, comprised of attorneys and staff, working to implement programs, events and sponsorships relative to their locations. The Diversity Task Force supports the firm's efforts by providing opportunities for learning through events, recognition and cultural celebration.
Ambassador Andrew Young's Metaphor for Diversity
". . . I read a little book called the Gardens of Democracy. It's a little book that says where we went off-track was when the enlightenment gave us the impression that the economy was to run like a machine. And so we developed a mechanized view of social change. The mechanical view is not an apt metaphor—life is much more like a garden . . . it requires weeding. It requires acceptance of diversity, and you don't put your flowers under the shade of the tree. You've got to accommodate for sunlight and rain. If we look at the democracy and free enterprise with a garden as a metaphor, we come out with a much more humane view of the world and a much more realistic approach to the problems of the world." -- Excerpt from a recent presentation at Alston & Bird
Alston & Bird Earns Coca-Cola's 2012 "Living the Values" AwardJanuary 10, 2013 | Diversity
Alston & Bird Tops Corporate Equality Index for Eighth Straight YearNovember 15, 2012 | Diversity
Alston & Bird Ranked 12th in Diversity in 2013 Vault Guide to the Top 100 Law FirmsOctober 1, 2012 | Diversity
Alston & Bird Named Among Carolina Parenting's 2012 N.C. Family Friendly CompaniesAugust 23, 2012 | Diversity
Lisa Gilford Named Among the "Top Women Litigators" in California for Third Year in a RowMay 14, 2012 | Diversity
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Photo 1: The A&B California Annual MCLE Program, "Elimination of Bias" (L-R: Dean Erwin Chemerinsky, University of California, Irvine School of Law and Jesse Jauregui, partner, Alston & Bird.) Photo 2: National Symposium on Diversity in the Legal Profession hosted by the Philadelphia Bar Association. (L-R: John Latham, diversity partner, Alston & Bird; Michael K. Tucker, executive vice president, general counsel and chief compliance officer, Avis Budget Group, Inc.; Mark S. Stewart, chair, Ballard Spahr, LLP; David Smith, chair, Schnader Harrison Segal & Lewis LLP.) Photo 3: A&B receives The Leadership Circle Award presented by Ballou Senior High School in recognition of the firm's investment in and advocacy on behalf of the students, families and staff. (L-R: Ruth Jones, Ballou Senior High School, and Emily Mao, partner and co-chair of the WDC Diversity Committee.) Photo 4: A&B received the 2013 Human Rights Campaign Corporate Equality Index 100% Award during a celebration on March 12, 2013, at the Time Warner Center in New York. The firm has earned a perfect score of 100 on the HRC CEI for eight years in a row. (L-R: James Sullivan, partner in the Energy group and chair of the A&B New York Diversity Committee and Mark McElreath, partner in the Financial Services & Products group.)
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From the AirportThe Charlotte/Douglas International Airport serves the Charlotte metropolitan area:• Exit the terminal via Airport Freeway to Billy Graham Parkway.• Follow the signs to I-77 (turn left on South Tryon Street, followed by a quick right exit onto I-77 North).• Take Exit 9B for I-277/John Belk Freeway.• Take Exit 1E for South College Street.• Follow College Street until you cross 4th Street.• Make an immediate left turn into the Bank of America/Omni Hotel Plaza parking garage, which is approximately five yards past the intersection of South College and East Fourth streets.• From the garage, take the elevator to the Plaza level. Turn left and proceed down the stairs or ramp to enter the lobby of Bank of America Plaza. Proceed to the security desk, where you must show a valid picture ID. Take the second bank of elevators to the 38th floor. Once in the 38th floor lobby, take the adjacent shuttle elevator to the main reception area on the 40th floor.
From I-77• Take Exit 9B for I-277/John Belk Freeway.• Take Exit 1E for South College Street.• Follow College Street until you cross 4th Street.• (See Airport Directions above for parking and building entrance.)
From I-85• Take Exit 38 to I-77 South.• Take Exit 9B to I-277/John Belk Freeway.• Take Exit 1E for South College Street.• Follow College Street until you cross 4th Street.• (See Airport Directions above for parking and building entrance.)
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1. Head north - 0.3 mi 2. Continue straight - 0.2 mi 3. Slight right - 305 ft 4. Take the 1st left toward TX-97 Spur (partial toll road) - 0.1 mi 5. Take the ramp onto TX-97 Spur (partial toll road) - 3.8 mi 6. Keep left at the fork, follow signs for TX-183 E/Irving/Dallas and merge onto TX-183 E - 10.9 mi 7. Merge onto I-35E S - 2.4 mi 8. Take exit 430B toward Market Center Blvd - 407 ft 9. Merge onto N Stemmons Fwy - 0.1 mi 10. Turn left onto Market Center Blvd - 0.3 mi 11. Sharp right onto Harry Hines Blvd - 1.5 mi 12. Turn left onto Randall St - 272 ft 13. Take the 1st right onto N Harwood St - Destination will be on the left
110 (Harbor Freeway), Northbound & Southbound:Exit 4th Street, up ramp on right to Hope Street, left on Hope Street.
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Our New York office is conveniently located on Park Avenue in midtown Manhattan, between 39th and 40th streets, just two blocks south of Grand Central Terminal.
From the AirportSeveral major airports serve the greater New York City metropolitan area. These include LaGuardia Airport, JFK International Airport, and Newark International Airport, among others:• From each airport, we suggest you take a taxi directly to our offices.• There are also bus services that will deposit you in midtown, in the vicinity of our offices. If arriving by car, there are several parking garages within walking distance of our offices.
By SubwayOur New York office is easily accessed from the subway:• The nearest subway stop is at Grand Central Terminal, which is also the New York terminus for MetroNorth trains arriving from upstate New York and Connecticut. Take the 4, 5, 6, or 7 train to Grand Central and exit the terminal on the 42nd Street side. Cross 42nd Street and walk south on Park Avenue to number 90, on your right.• Alternatively, take the 1, 2, 3, 9, N, or R trains to 42nd Street/Times Square and then take the Shuttle to Grand Central.• If arriving via the B, D, F, or Q train, exit at 6th Avenue and 42nd Street/ Bryant Park and walk east on 40th Street until you get to Park Avenue. Walk south on Park Avenue to number 90, on your right.
By TrainIf you're arriving by train from Philadelphia or points south, you'll be arriving at Penn Station:• From there, take the 1, 2, 3, or 9 subway to 42nd Street/Times Square and the Shuttle to Grand Central. Exit the terminal on the 42nd Street side. Cross 42nd Street and walk south on Park Avenue to number 90, on your right.
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Stephen Ambrose Historical Tours has teamed up with Thayer Leader Development Group, a corporate leader development program grounded in principles from West Point and the Army, to offer an exclusive opportunity to study The Revolutionary War and historical leadership at West Point with two world-class military historians, Colonel Jim Johnson, Ph.D. (U.S. Army Ret.) and Colonel Kevin Farrell, Ph.D. (U.S. Army Ret.). From your base camp at the historic Thayer Hotel overlooking the Hudson River, for four days you will explore the historic sites of the Hudson River Valley, while these scholar warriors provide an in depth examination of The Revolutionary War.
This type of Revolutionary War experience has never been offered before, so this is a rare experience. The caliber of historians, accommodations and meals are truly best in their class.
Experience the history of West Point and the Hudson River Valley with two accomplished and distinguished military historians. Both Dr. Farrell and Dr. Johnson were leaders on the battlefields and Department Heads at the USMA, a presidentially-appointed position with which few are honored. They are experts in leadership, American Military History and The Revolutionary War and have worked with CEOs of Fortune 500 companies to help them develop their leadership skills.
Explore West Point and historic sites throughout the Hudson Valley, one of National Geographic's "20 Must-See Places for 2013." Among the sites on our itinerary are Stony Point Battlefield State Historical Site, West Point Museum and Visitor Center, Knox Headquarters, Fort Montgomery, George Washington's Headquarters in Newburgh, and the Franklin Roosevelt Home.
Stay at the historic Thayer Hotel. This landmark has hosted presidents and international leaders throughout the decades. Many of the 151 rooms celebrate some of West Point's most accomplished graduates by reflecting their military and business accomplishments and containing personal memorabilia that they or their families have chosen to put in the rooms to honor them.
Dine at the Culinary Institute of America. An evening at the Culinary Institute of America is not only an extraordinary dining experience, but also a nod to our country's military past. In 1946, the college was founded as a vocational institute for returning veterans of World War II.


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Various Kinds of Antibiotic Medicines
An antibiotic is a chemical substance derived from a mold or bacterium that kills microorganisms (bacteria) and cures infections. Alexander Fleming discovered penicillin in 1926. He observed that a substance produced by fungi actually restricted bacterial growth. It was however left to Edward Chain and Howard Florey to carry out successful trials of penicillin on humans suffering from infections that were deemed to be incurable and fatal at that time. In 1945, the three of them were joint winners of the Nobel Prize for medicine.
After penicillin, tetracycline was introduced in 1948, which became the preferred antibiotic when treating a wide range of diseases. Today there are more than one-hundred antibiotics available for curing minor and life threatening diseases. A short list of commonly prescribed antibiotics is been discussed below:
Penicillin is any of various antibiotics obtained from Penicillium molds (or produced synthetically). It is used in the treatment of various dental infections and infections in the heart. Amoxicillin is semisynthetic oral penicillin used to treat pneumonia, bronchitis, venereal disease, nasal and aural infections, and other bacterial infections like UTI and dermal infections.
Tetracycline is an antibiotic derived from microorganisms of the genus Streptomyces. It is a broad spectrum drug used to treat a wide range of infections. It is used to treat typhus fever, and tick fevers, upper respiratory infections, pneumonia, gonorrhea, amoebic infections, and urinary tract infections. It is a convenient alternate choice for those who are allergic to penicillin. Minocycline is a tetracycline antibiotic used to treat sexually transmitted diseases and acne. Doxycycline is another tetracycline antibiotic that is approved for treatment of anthrax.
Quinolones like ciprofloxacin and levoflaxacin are strong antibiotics used for urinary tract infections, bacterial prostatitis, bacterial diarrhea, mycoplasmal infections, and gonorrhea.
Macrolide antibiotics are better known by their generic names, Erythromycin and Azithromycin. These are mostly used for treating Streptococcal infections (strep throat), syphilis, respiratory infections and mycoplasmal infections.
Cephalosporin is another class of broad spectrum antibiotic substances obtained from fungi and related to penicillin with greater antibacterial activity.
Sulfonamides are antibacterial synthetic organic compounds capable of inhibiting the growth of bacteria.
This list is by no means exhaustive. Classifications, sub-classes, generic and brand names of antibiotics and their applicability, surely are medical journal subject matter.
Antibiotics are indeed what they are termed as: a wonder drug. However, there is a downside to opting for the antibiotic alternative. Each and every antibiotic carries an accompanied risk of side effects that include negative effects on immune system health.
The unrestrained use of antibiotics can be gauged by the fact that today you can buy most of them online along with a free consultation. Such careless use of antibiotics has led to many of them becoming ineffective as bacteria develop resistance to them. .
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Sci. Signal., 17 January 2012
Plexins Are GTPase-Activating Proteins for Rap and Are Activated by Induced Dimerization
Yuxiao Wang1*, Huawei He1*, Nishi Srivastava2, Sheikh Vikarunnessa1, Yong-bin Chen3, Jin Jiang1,3, Christopher W. Cowan2,4, and Xuewu Zhang1,5
1 Department of Pharmacology, University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, Dallas, TX 75063, USA.
Abstract: Plexins are cell surface receptors that bind to semaphorins and transduce signals that regulate neuronal development, immune responses, and other processes. Signaling through plexins has been proposed to rely on specific guanosine triphosphatase (GTPase)–activating protein (GAP) activity for R-Ras and M-Ras. Activation of this GAP activity of plexins appears to require simultaneous binding of semaphorin to the plexin extracellular domain and of the Rho GTPases Rac1 or Rnd1 to the cytoplasmic region. However, GAP activity of plexins has eluded detection in several recent studies. We show that the purified cytoplasmic region of plexin uses a noncanonical catalytic mechanism to act as a GAP for Rap, but not for R-Ras or M-Ras. The RapGAP activity of plexins was autoinhibited and was activated by induced dimerization. Biochemical and crystallographic analyses demonstrated that binding of Rho GTPases did not directly contribute to activation of plexin RapGAP activity. Semaphorin stimulated the RapGAP activity of full-length plexin in cells, which was required for plexin-mediated neuronal growth cone collapse. Together, these findings define a pathway for plexin signaling and provide insights into the mechanism for semaphorin-induced activation of plexins.
To whom correspondence should be addressed. E-mail: xuewu.zhang{at}utsouthwestern.edu
Citation: Y. Wang, H. He, N. Srivastava, S. Vikarunnessa, Y.-b. Chen, J. Jiang, C. W. Cowan, X. Zhang, Plexins Are GTPase-Activating Proteins for Rap and Are Activated by Induced Dimerization. Sci. Signal. 5, ra6 (2012).
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So we were talking about when certain stimulus money would be spent and when our fabulous stimulus-related investment ideas would make us and our clients obscenely wealthy. Naturally, I turned to the internet to find out more and came across this excellent graphic.
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Not that you need help understanding the beautiful graphics, but here are a few key takeaways.
- The biggest chunk of the stimulus package gets spent in 2010.
- Some of it isn't slated to be spent until after the next Presidential election.
- Most of the 2009 expenditures are intended to buy votes targeted toward the unemployed and folks on Medicaid.
- While we hear about our country's great need to keep incumbents in office for infrastructure, it's small in relation to the entire package. Notice that only 1/3 of the $62.3 billion going toward highway construction is expected to be spent by the end of 2010.


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This week in the magazine, Ariel Levy writes about Italian Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi, who is embroiled in a growing sex scandal. Here Levy talks with Blake Eskin about Berlusconi's rise to power, gender politics in Italy, and why disclosures about the Italian leader's decadent parties and sexual behavior may have finally exhausted the tolerance of the nation.
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Kayak through limestone karsts in Halong Bay, trek in the hills of Mai Chau, cycle through unspoiled countryside, enjoy the frenetic energy of Ho Chi Minh City, visit the tailors and beaches of Hoi An, wander the vibrant streets of Hanoi
Perfect for the active adventurer, this trip will have you hiking, biking, and paddling through the best of Vietnam. Kayak through Halong Bay's towering limestone karsts, trek the Mai Chau area, and cycle through small towns for an authentic taste of Vietnam. When you're not pedalling or paddling, you'll visit the country's cultural highlights like the Cu Chi Tunnels and Emperor's Tomb, or overnight at a local family's homestay. Whether by bike or on foot, this tour will keep you grounded in Vietnam's intriguing culture.
What's Included
- Cu Chi Tunnels entrance and tour (Ho Chi Minh City). Escorted cycling trips. Entrance to the Emperor's Tomb and Citadel (Hue). Trekking with local meals (Mai Chau). Halong Bay overnight boat trip with seafood meals. Sea-kayaking and cave visit.
- 8 breakfast, 2 lunches, 2 dinners. (Allow USD300-375 for meals not included.)
- Hotels (6 nts), sleeper train (1 nt), junk boat (1 nt), homestay (1 nt).
- Hike, kayak, bicycle, bus, train, plane, junk boat
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Day 1 Ho Chi Minh City
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Day 2 Ho Chi Minh City/Hoi An (1B)
Cycle to the Cu Chi Tunnels for a guided tour. Village tour with rice paper-making and paper lamps. Fly to Hoi An via Danang in the afternoon.
Day 3 Hoi An (1B)
Optional cooking class, riverboat trip, bike riding, beach time, or visit the tailors or My Son ruins.
Days 4-5 Hue (2B)
Drive the Hai Van Pass to the ancient capital of Hue. See the city by bike, including the Citadel and the tomb of Tu Duc. Take an overnight train to Hanoi.
Day 6 Mai Chau (1B,1L,1D)
Transfer to Mai Chau, then continue out into the countryside. Trek the Mai Chau area. Homestay with local meals provided.
Day 7 Hanoi (1B)
Return to Hanoi before cycling the outskirts of the city. Evening walk of the Old Quarter.
Day 8 Halong Bay (1B,1L,1D)
Traditional junk boat cruise around Halong Bay with included seafood lunch. Cave visit.
Day 9 Halong Bay/Hanoi (1B)
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The connections Luther alumni have with their Alma Mater, classmates, faculty and friends are important. With more than 32,000 alumni living from Connecticut to California, Malta to Malayasia, and Norway to Namibia, this is the place where you will find the resources you need to keep your lifelong alumni, faculty and friend connections vital.
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-Cruise Coast of Brazil
-Porto Belo, Brazil
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Discover the quaint fishing village charm and lively beach atmosphere of Porto Belo, tucked at the base of lush mountains on a sparkling emerald bay. Take a few moments to peruse the wharf shops before shuttling off to the main square in downtown Porto Belo. Look for unique Brazilian beachwear, jewelry and hand carved wooden art pieces. Enjoy a tour of the area. Then, visit Quatros Ilhas Beach to enjoy fresh seafood, shrimp, and the famous Caipirinha made from Brazil's sugar cane liquor, cachaca at a beachside café. Relax to the soft whisper of the waves in this beach lover's paradise.
As shore excursions to be offered in this port are not yet confirmed, below is a list of those offered previously. We make every effort to have excursions finalized at least 240 days in advance of sailing, and often sooner, so please check back regularly.
Begin with a scenic drive through fertile, lush farmland to the town of Blumenau for an up-close look into the unique ambience and significance of German culture common throughout the region.
German heritage has played a significant role in Southern Brazil's history since the 1850s. Upon arrival at the outskirts of Blumenau, visit the Colonial Family Museum for a glimpse into the travails of the city's first early settlers. Learn about Blumenau's founder, Dr. Otto Blumenau, whose task it was to prepare the settling of the German immigrants along the banks of the Itajaí-Açu River, and admire the museum's traditional alpine design.
Although early Blumenau was initially intended to develop as a farming community, the arrival of craftsmen introduced textile production, metallurgy and crystal manufacturing into the economy. Today, Brazil is known for its quartz-rich crystal that is produced from the sand of Minas Gerais State, that become delicate works of art at the crystal factory of Blumenau.
Next, your drive will proceed to the Bavarian Biergarten Pavilion, site of Blumenau's annual Oktoberfest which is the second largest outside of Germany.
Following your visit, your lunch will be served at Plaza Hering hotel.
Afterwards, you will have free time in downtown Blumenau before making the return drive to the pier in Porto Belo.
Please note: The drive to Blumenau is approximately 90-minutes and while the tour includes some moderate walking at the stops, it is mainly a panoramic coach tour of the city's main points of interest. The tour is available to wheelchair guests who have a collapsible wheelchair, are able to make their own way on and off the coach and have an able-bodied companion to assist them. Those with mobility concerns are cautioned to carefully evaluate their personal level of stamina and ability and may make arrangements with the guide to not participate in some of the walking portions of the tour. Lightweight clothing and flat, comfortable walking shoes are suggested. It is further advised that the quality of the guides and transportation in this destination may not be of the same quality that is found in other more progressive areas. While the city of Blumenau with its German heritage has some interesting features that world-travelers will find of interest, the tourist infrastructure is limited and may not appeal to all of our guests.
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Free Unlimited Shore Excursions are for full fare guests only, capacity controlled and subject to availability. Requested excursions may not be available at time of booking. Supplement will apply on Regent Choice excursions (indicated by the above) and excludes Private Arrangements and all Adventures Ashore programs. In order to ensure quality guides and sufficient transportation, we must provide the tour operator with passenger counts at least 36 hours in advance. Therefore no refunds will be given within 36 hours of tour departure for cancellations or no-shows. Please pay special attention to scheduling and tour lengths when booking your shore excursions. In many cases, it is not possible to participate in more than one tour per day in a given port. Tour Departure times are subject to change so please reference your actual tour ticket for the correct departure time. Tours operate rain or shine. Minor children under 18 years of age must be accompanied by a an adult parent or guardian on all shore excursions. Tours require minimum participation levels to operate so please sign up as early as possible. Tours may be cancelled if minimum participation levels are not met. Prices, Itineraries and General Information shore excursion prices are subject to change to meet unexpected cost increases or currency fluctuations. Please consult the Destination Services Desk onboard for information. During local or national holidays, access to certain facilities (such as museums or archaeological sites) may be limited or denied. In such instances, adjustments will be made to minimize inconvenience to guests. Some tours have limited availability. Tours are generally available for reserving 180 days prior to the beginning of a cruise. Please sign up early to avoid disappointment. Regent Seven Seas Cruises reserves the right to require guests to complete a liability waiver for select shore excursions. For more information, please visit the Destination Services Desk onboard.
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